Movie Review: Thank You For Coming - 3.5/5

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's acting career was significantly shaped by her collaboration with acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam, who discovered her and cast her in her debut film *Iruvar* (1997). Since then, they have frequently worked together, including in notable films like *Guru* (2007), *Raavan* (2010), and *Ponniyin Selvan: I* (2022), with Mani Ratnam often regarded by Aishwarya as her mentor and cinematic guru[2][5][9][11]. The paths of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Mani Ratnam crossed early in her career and have been marked by repeated collaborations spanning decades. Ratnam introduced her to mainstream Indian cinema with *Iruvar* and continued to cast her in multifaceted roles in his films. Their professional relationship is notable for its mutual respect and Aishwarya's admiration for Mani Ratnam's directorial brilliance, describing him as "one of the most amazing and brilliant directors" and "her guru" in cinema[2][5]. In addition, Aishwarya and her husband Abhishek Bachchan have also worked with Mani Ratnam, starring together in *Guru* and *Raavan*, and are reportedly set to collaborate with him on a new project, marking their third film with the director[1][3]. Mani Ratnam has expressed a strong professional bond with both actors, considering them part of his life and looking forward to completing a "hat trick" of collaborations with the couple[3]. Their partnership extends beyond cinema into personal warmth, as reflected in joyful moments shared on sets and public events, such as the promotion of *Ponniyin Selvan* and other occasions where Aishwarya has publicly expressed gratitude and affection for Mani Ratnam's influence on her career[4][5][12]. In summary, Mani Ratnam discovered Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, helped launch her acting career, and continued to work with her across landmark films, fostering a significant and enduring artistic collaboration that also includes her husband, Abhishek Bachchan.

Citations
1.https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/amid-divorce-rumours-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-and-abhishek-bachchan-to-collaborate-for-mani-ratnams-film-heres-what-we-know-6962154
2.https://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/looking-forward-to-working-with-mani-ratnam-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-119101400649_1.html
3.https://www.bollywoodshaadis.com/articles/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-and-abhishek-bachchan-to-do-a-third-film-with-mani-ratnam-57649
4.https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/nothing-just-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-and-mani-ratnam-striking-a-pose-for-the-lens-3394463
5.https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-and-mani-ratnam-are-all-smiles-after-ponniyin-selvan-success-8183979/
6.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/hindi/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-shares-some-sweet-moments-with-mani-ratnam-on-stage/videoshow/99807934.cms
7.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raavan_(2010_film)
8.https://www.ndtv.com/topic/aishwarya-rai-mani-ratnam
9.https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/iifa-2024-exclusive-aishwarya-rai-bachchan-on-working-with-mani-ratnam-in-ponniyin-selvan-i-cant-even-speak-about-his-evolution-as-a-filmmaker-because-13820010.html


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